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Dry cooler

A dry cooler is an air-cooled device that is used in connection with removal of excess heat. The cold media, normally water, is circulated through the dry cooler, where heat exchange with the surrounding air heats up the media.

A dry cooler is an air-cooled device that is used in connection with removal of excess heat. The cold media, normally water, is circulated through the dry cooler, where heat exchange with the surrounding air cools the media.

Fans are used to force the air through the dry cooler. A temperature difference of at least 5 K between the cooling air and the medium is recommended. A dry cooler is often used in industries where removal of excess heat is necessary. Process cooling or re-cooling are examples.